Bob is already saved.
Bob is in "kindergarden" in terms of Bible schooling.
Bob might try to worm his way out of this calling, but he does not think he can decline.
What do we tell Bob if he asks for our advice?
2006-06-26 14:11:23 · 14 answers · asked by thepaxilman 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
As a Pastor myself, Bob should consult with other Pastors about becoming a Pastor and/or look into schooling to become a Pastor. That have many Christian colleges that offer good programs into becoming one.
Here is some stuff to help you get started.
Read:
The Bible and read it often. Immerse yourself in God's word. Two good Bibles to use are, Maxwell Leadership Bible (New King James Version) with notes by Dr. John C. Maxwell & The Devotional Bible (New Century Version) with notes by general editor and pastor, Max Lucado.
The Bible Answer Book by Hank Hanegraaff. This book offers many answers to questions people seek.
A Case For Christ by Lee Strobel. read how an former atheist and lawyer makes a strong fact base case for Christ.
The Complete Bible Handbook: An Illustrated Companion by John Bowker - Offers many pictures, diagrams, historical events, cultural backgrounds, archaeological evidence and maps of the Holy Land.
The Complete Idiot's Guide To The Bible by James Stuart Bell & Stan Campbell - Simple enough, but it may surprise you.
You can also watch or rent:
PBS: Frontline: From Jesus To Christ - The First Christians
The History Channel's: A History Of God
The History Channel's: Banned From The Bible
A&E's: Christianity: The First Two Thousand Years
Madacy Entertainment's: Ancient Secrets Of The Bible
Or go to:
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/... - PBS:FRONTLINE - From Jesus to Christ. Chronicles the lives of the first Christians and offers a portrait of Jesus' world with views and opinions from many Historians, Archeologist, Biblical Scholars and Skeptics.
http://www.clarifyingchristianity.com/in... - Learn more about Christianity, The Early Church, Jesus and The Bible. Features a FAQ page too.
http://www.studylight.org/ - A Christian Website where you can read the Bible online and also has Daily Reading Plans, Daily Devotionals, Commentaries, Bible Dictionaries, Bible Encyclopedias and much more.
http://www.historicjesus.com - Features historical events, cultural backgrounds, archaeological evidence and maps of the Holy Land and links to "The Jesus Film" Archives.
http://www.biblequestions.org/index.html... - For Questions and Answers about the Bible, click on Archives List for a list of topics.
http://www.ylcf.org/newattitude/4-3/standing-your-ground.htm - Proof that the Bible is 100% perfect and infallible. Plus how to stand your ground the next time you are asked to defend the Bible.
http://www.equip.org - The home of the Bible answer man, Hank Hanegraaff.
http://www.cbn.com/ - The home of The Christian Broadcast Network & The 700 Club with Pat Robertson.
I hope some of this helps you out.
2006-06-26 14:45:14 · answer #1 · answered by mj456a 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would tell 'Bob' that it is time for Him to make a home-made TV. The rest should unfold like so much folded under-garments.
You could start watching televangelists and taking notes on the things that they say come from the Bible. Go to many churches and take notes. You could just wing it and talk about things that sound liike they could come from the Bible, but this is more legit. You could try to gather a following by getting some public license and preach to people on busy downtown streets. Spread the message, talk with the people, refine and develop your delivery style. Make some money and freinds too.
2006-06-26 21:16:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
way to go Bob, that is a really high calling. My fiance has the same calling and I think it is so cool. I would recommend he talk to a pastor at his church. Then he can look into some bible colleges in his area. May God stay with him in your journey.
2006-06-26 21:27:38 · answer #3 · answered by Crystal C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We tell Bob to enroll in Bible school, or if not that to at least start reading a good study Bible himself, and reading some good commentaries. He has to know the Scriptures himself before he can teach them to anybody else.
2006-06-26 21:24:20 · answer #4 · answered by Billy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bob is hearing voices bob should check himself into the local insane asylum!
2006-06-26 21:14:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bob needs to start taking anti-psychotic meds as he is hearing command audio hallucinations.
2006-06-26 21:16:27 · answer #6 · answered by keith a 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bob could relay this message to his church pastor and see where he could go to school at.
2006-06-26 21:15:32 · answer #7 · answered by tom8o 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do not follow organized denominationalized religion . . . follow GOD and HIS advice.
can't loose that way.
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2006-06-26 21:16:15 · answer #8 · answered by keanweaner 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pray again and hope for a different calling.
2006-06-26 21:15:46 · answer #9 · answered by Pandak 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
become a delusional hypocritical pastor in your local neighborhood church, it should not be hard to find a place to fit in
2006-06-26 21:15:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋